The Woodstock music festival in Bethel, New York became both a focal point for the nation, and an everlasting symbol of a generation. Damn, I wish I'd been there. I once met a woman who'd been there. She hadn't even intended on going, and ended up there for four days. Some people have all the luck.
Also 40 years ago this week...
The Beatles didn't make it to Woodstock, because they were busy crossing a street in London. That street was Abby Road, and the resulting photograph/album cover became one of the Woodstock generation's iconic images. (Paul, it is noted, is still alive, despite being shown barefoot.) If you don't understand that comment, ask your parents.
Plus, 40 years ago this week...
Charlie Manson sent his followers on a murderous rampage, something we'd like to forget, but can't.
35 years ago this week...
Richard Nixon quit the Presidency. Despite what he said at the time, he was a crook. And, as someone who was on Nixon's enemies list notes, nobody has trusted a President since.
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